2018 RoCo Gold People’s Choice Winners
The best of Rowan County, NC as voted by the people!
Best American Cuisine
City Tavern
113 E Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 603-4656
www.citytavernsalisbury.com
Runner Up: Sweet Meadow
2nd Runner Up: Smoke Pit
Best Italian Cuisine
Romano’s
1510 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-2221
www.romanositaliancuisine.com
Runner Up: Chef Santos
2nd Runner Up: Caprianos
Best International Cuisine
Katana Japanese fusion
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
(704) 636-0200 katanafusion.com
Runner Up: Sabaidee Thai
2nd Runner Up: Mambo Grill
Best Mexican Cuisine
El Patron
1030 Freeland Dr, Salisbury
(704) 636-5300 elpatronsalisburync.com
Runner Up: Monterrey Mexican Rest.
2nd Runner Up: Casa Grande
Best BBQ
Smoke Pit
117 E Innes St, Salisbury
(704) 754-8336 thesmokepitnc.com
Runner Up: College BBQ
2nd Runner Up: Hendrix BBQ
Best Bakery/Desserts
Abigail’s: A Cake Affair
113 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 467-2176
Runner Up: Country Donutz
2nd Runner Up: Krispy Kreme
Best Caterer
Debbie Suggs Catering*
Salisbury; (704) 637-2016
Runner Up: Creative Gourmet Catering by Matt Trexler; LA Murphs (tie)
2nd Runner Up: Smoke Pit
Best Food Truck/Food Stand
The Hot Dog Shack
408 South Salisbury Ave (HWY 52 GQ)
(704) 209-1024
Runner Up: Mambo Grill
2nd Runner Up: Rustic Roots
Customer Service (Food)
Country Donutz
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #105, Salisbury (980) 330-3420
Runner Up: Chick-fil-A
2nd Runner Up: Abigail’s
Take-out Food
Katana
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
Runner Up: Tokyo Express
2nd Runner Up: Ting Hao
Vegetarian
Sweet Meadow
105 E Fisher St, Salisbury, NC 28144 (704) 637-8715
Runner Up: Go Burrito
2nd Runner Up: Katana Japanese
Patio/Outdoor Dining
Go Burrito
115 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-4755
goburrito.com
Runner Up: DJ’s
2nd Runner Up: City Tavern
Best Bar
City Tavern
113 E Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 603-4656
www.citytavernsalisbury.com
Runner Up: DJ’s
2nd Runner Up: Go Burrito
Best Beer Selection
City Tavern
113 E Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 603-4656
Runner Up: DJS
2nd Runner Up: Go Burrito
Best Coffee
Koco Java Coffee & Roastery
329 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 630-1145
Runner Up: Starbucks
2nd Runner Up: The Holy Grind
Best Wine Selection
Salisbury Wine Shop
106 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-5151
www.salisburywineshop.com
Runner Up: Morgan Ridge Brewery
2nd Runner Up: La Cava
Best Burger
City Tavern
116 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5872
Runner Up: Hap’s
2nd Runner Up: The Hot Dog Shack
Best Breakfast
Breakfast Time
1602 Jake Alexander Blvd., Salisbury
(704) 603-8032 www.breakfastimenc.com
Runner Up: Hendrix BBQ
2nd Runner Up: The Palms
Best Brunch
Sweet Meadow
105 E Fisher St, Salisbury, NC 28144 (704) 637-8715
Runner Up: Emma’s
2nd Runner Up: The Palms
Best Burrito
Go Burrito
115 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-4755
Runner Up: El Patron
2nd Runner Up: Salsarita’s
Best Deli/Sandwich
Sidewalk Deli
120 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-3354
Runner Up: Jersey Mike’s
2nd Runner Up: The Palms
Best Doughnuts
Country Donutz
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #105 Salisbury
(980) 330-3420
Runner Up: Krispy Kreme
2nd Runner Up: Dunkin Donuts
Best Frozen Treat
Dairy Queen W Innes
1004 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-8653
dairyqueen.com
Runner Up: Sweet Frog
2nd Runner Up: Coldstone
Best Hot Dog
Hap’s
116 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5872
Runner Up: Hot Dog Shack
2nd Runner Up: College BBQ
Best Pizza
Salty Caper
115 S Lee St, Salisbury (704) 633-1101
www.saltycaper.com
Runner Up: Village Inn
2nd Runner Up: Pizza Hut
Best Seafood
Blue Bay
1007 E Innes St & 2050 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
www.bluebay-seafood.com
Runner Up: Shuckin Shack
2nd Runner Up: Johnny’s BBQ
Best Steak
Ivan’s
2024 Old Mocksville Rd, Salisbury
(704) 637-2000 ivansrestaurant.com
Runner Up: Longhorn Steakhouse
2nd Runner Up: Outback Steakhouse
Best Sushi
Katana
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
Runner Up: Bangkok Downtown
2nd Runner Up: Sabaidee
Best Wings
East Coast Wings
211 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 633-2464
eastcoastwings.com
Runner Up: Christo’s
2nd Runner Up: Buffalo Wild Wings
Place to Entertain Kids
Dan Nicholas Park
6800 Bringle Ferry Rd, Salisbury
www.rowancountync.gov/185/Dan-Nicholas-Park
Runner Up: NC Transportation Museum
2nd Runner Up: Friday Night Fun at Triple Threat Dance Studio
Late Night Entertainment
Go Burrito
115 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-4755
Runner Up: DJ’s
2nd Runner Up: The Fish Bowl
Theater
Lee Street Theater
329 N Lee St, Salisbury (704) 310-5507
www.leestreet.org
Runner Up: Piedmont Players
2nd Runner Up: Cinemark Tinseltown
Best Tourist Attraction
NC Transportation
1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer
(704) 636-2889 www.nctrans.org
Runner Up: Dan Nicholas Park
2nd Runner Up: Lazy 5 Ranch
Best Park
Dan Nicholas Park
6800 Bringle Ferry Rd, Salisbury
Runner Up: Hurley Park
2nd Runner Up: Sloan Park
Best Art Gallery
Waterworks Visual Art Center
123 E Liberty St, Salisbury (704) 636-1882 www.waterworks.org
Runner Up: Pottery 101
2nd Runner Up: Railwalk Gallery
Books/Comics/Toys/Games
Lora BellE Baby
105 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 209-4206
www.lorabellebaby.com
Runner Up: South Main Books
2nd Runner Up: Critters
Bicycles/Sporting Goods
Skinny Wheels
111 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 762-9537
www.skinnywheels.com
Runner Up: Dick’s Sporting Goods
2nd Runner Up: Pedal Factory
Fishing/Hunting Supplies
FIRST NATIONAL:
Dick’s Sporting Goods 125 Tingle Dr #300, Salisbury (704) 212-2482
FIRST LOCAL: (tie)
Fleming Candy Company
3680 S Main St, Salisbury, NC
(704) 633-4251
Runner Up: Lead Chunkers
Dance/Gymnastic Studio
Triple Threat Dance
100 Mount Moriah Church Rd., China Grove (704)-707-9341 triplethreat.dance
Runner Up: Dimensions Dance Arts
2nd Runner Up: Center Stage; To The Pointe Dance Company (tie)
Karate/Martial Arts Studio
Sidekick Karate – Downtown
520 S Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144
sidekickdojo.com
Runner Up: KickFit
2nd Runner Up: Fight Factory
Place for Worship
St. John’s Lutheran
200 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-3431
stjohns-salisbury.org
Runner Up: Life Church
2nd Runner Up: St. Luke’s Episcopal
Best Chiropractic
Jeter Chiropractic
1001 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5156
jeterchironc.com
Runner Up: Way to Wellness/J. Jennings
2nd Runner Up: Collins Chiropractic
Best Hearing Service
Beltone
1921 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-6037
213 N Main St, China Grove (704) 857-4200
www.beltonerowan.com
Runner Up: Salisbury Audiology
2nd Runner Up: Hearing Solutions
Best Dentist
Fortner Dental Group*
1834 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 636-1848 www.fortnerdentalgroup.com
Runner Up: Merrell Family Dentistry
2nd Runner Up: Anderson Dental
Best Eye Care
Salisbury Eyecare & Eyewear
205 E Council St B, Salisbury (704) 310-5002
www.salisburyeyecareandeyewear.com
Runner Up: King Eye Center
2nd Runner Up: Dr. Mark Brittain
Best Place To Work Out
YMCA
Several locations
www.rowanymca.com
Runner Up: Planet Fitness
2nd Runner Up: The Forum
Retirement/Assisted Living Facility
Trinity Oaks
820 Klumac Rd, Salisbury (704) 637-3784
www.trinityoaks.net
Runner Up: Autumn Care
2nd Runner Up: Oak Park
Women’s Health Provider
Yatawara Gynecology, Wellness, and Aesthetics
415 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 754-8990 yatawaramd.com
Runner Up: Carolina Women’s Health
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Ob/Gyn
Medical Facility
Novant Rowan Medical Center
12 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury
(704) 210-5000 www.novanthealth.org
Runner Up: Rowan Diagnostic
2nd Runner Up: Rowan Family Physicians
Local Pharmacy
The Medicine Shoppe
1357 W Innes St, Salisbury
(704) 637-6120 www.medicineshoppesalisbury.com
Runner Up: Moose Pharmacy
2nd Runner Up: Price Pharmacy
Antiques
Salisbury Emporium
230 E Kerr St, Salisbury (704) 642-0039
www.salisburyemporium.com
Runner Up: Habitat for Humanity Restore
2nd Runner Up: 1839 Antiques
Health/Organic Items
Simply Good
128 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-0889
www.simplygoodnaturalfoods.com
Runner Up: The Medicine Shoppe
2nd Runner Up: Walgreens
Gifts/Specialty Items
The Stitchin’ Post
104 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-0708
www.facebook.com/spgiftsnc
Runner Up: Caniche
2nd Runner Up: Critters
Bedding/Furniture
R&J Furniture
1015 N Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 633-4677 rjfurniturexpress.com
Runner Up: Marshall’s
2nd Runner Up: Badcock Furniture
Cards/Stationery
The Lettered Lily Design Studio
113 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-5973
theletteredlily.wordpress.com
Runner Up: Critters
2nd Runner Up: Walmart
Consignment/Thrift
Growing Pains
122 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 638-0870
www.growingpainsfamily.com
Runner Up: Encore on Main
2nd Runner Up: Habitat Restore
Jewelry
Barnhardt Jewelers
314 S Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 633-0618 barnhardtjewelers.com
Runner Up: Windsor
2nd Runner Up: K-Dees
Prom/Bridal
A Perfect Dress
590 Corriher Gravel Rd, China Grove
(704) 855-2427 www.aperfectdresscg.com
Runner Up: Encore on Main
2nd Runner Up: Winsome Hanger
Shoes
Ralph Bakers
428 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1850
www.ralphbakershoes.com
Runner Up: Rack Room
2nd Runner Up: Belk
Children’s Clothing
Lora Belle Baby
105 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 209-4206
www.lorabellebaby.com
Runner Up: Growing Pains Consignment
2nd Runner Up: Kohls; Belk (tie)
Lighting
Home Lighting & Supply
3212 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-3883
fansandlights.com
Runner Up: Lowes
2nd Runner Up: DESCO
Lawn Equipment
FIRST NATIONAL:
Lowes 207 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 638-0808
FIRST LOCAL:
James River Equipment
805 Klumac Rd, Salisbury (704) 636-2671
www.jamesriverequipment.com
Runner Up: Outdoor Power
Garden Center
Godley’s Garden Center
2281 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury (704) 638-0082
Runner Up: Lowes
2nd Runner Up: Rufty’s
Flooring Provider
Grove Supply
1600 N Main St, China Grove (704) 857-2415
www.grovesupplyflooring.com
Runner Up: Lowe’s
2nd Runner Up: Young’s Flooring
Hardware/Home Improvement Store
FIRST NATIONAL: Lowes
FIRST LOCAL: True Value
1818 W Innes St, Salisbury (980) 330-6700
truevalue.com/salisbury
Runner Up: Ace Hardware
Landscaping Service
On The Job Landscaping
(704) 239-1191
https://onthejoblawn.com
Runner Up: Godley’s
2nd Runner Up: Pro Mow; The Longest Yard (tie)
Real Estate Company
CENTURY 21 – Towne & Country
474 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 637-7721 www.century21tc.com
Runner Up: Wallace Realty
2nd Runner Up: TMR Realty
Plumbing Company
Spencer Plumbing
314 S Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 637-2090 spencerplumbingco.com
Runner Up: CAC Plumbing
2nd Runner Up: Eagle Plumbing
Hardwood Flooring/Service
Grimes Floor Service
(704) 791-0283 grimesfloors.com
Runner Up: Grove Supply
2nd Runner Up: Young’s Flooring
AC/Heating Service
Stout Heating & Air
4243 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-8095
www.stoutheatingandair.com
Runner Up: Medley
2nd Runner Up: Beaver Bros
Painting Service
Richard’s Painting
112 E Council St, Salisbury (704) 856-8101
richardspainting.net
Runner Up: The Property Pal
2nd Runner Up: Woodie’s Painting
Handyman
The Property Pal
2840 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 762-4619
Runner Up: BCA Construction 2nd Runner Up: CJ Peters; Medinas (tie)
Pest Control Service
Peeler Environmental
812 Corporate Cir, Salisbury
(704) 636-0674 peelerenvironmental.com
Runner Up: Chamberlain
2nd Runner Up: Reliable Pest Control
Cleaning Service
Wife For Hire
(704) 633-9295 www.wifeforehireinc.com
Runner Up: Busy Bees
2nd Runner Up: Hope Franklin
Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning
Ritchie’s Steamway
622 E. Council Street, Salisbury (704) 633-9418
ritchiescarpetcleaning.weebly.com
Runner Up: Tom’s Carpet Care
2nd Runner Up: DC ChemDry
Boarding/Sitting Service
Lazy 5 Veterinary Hospital
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Pet Peeps Boarding
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Animal
Grooming Service
Lazy 5 Veterinary Hospital
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Main Stream Pets
2nd Runner Up: Uptown Dogs & Cats
Veterinary Service
Lazy 5 Veterinary Hospital
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Salisbury Animal Hospital
2nd Runner Up: Rowan Animal Clini
Pet Food/Pet Items
FIRST NATIONAL: PetSmart
345 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 633-4334
FIRST LOCAL:
Main Stream Pets
5675 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 642-0004
www.mainstreampets.com
Runner Up: Bella’s Barkery
Barber Shop
College Inn Barber Shop
1920 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-4701
Runner Up: Made Man Barber Shop
2nd Runner Up: South Main Barber
Mani/Pedi
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Kim’s Nails
Skincare Facility
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
Runner Up: Yatawara
2nd Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
Spa/Massage
Salisbury Salon & Spa
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Therapeutic Massage
Hair Salon
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Wicked Scissors
Dry Cleaner
Vogue Cleaners
106 N Long St, Salisbury (704) 633-5411
salisburydrycleaners.com
Runner Up: M&S Cleaners
2nd Runner Up: Bell’s Cleaners
Car Wash
Sam’s Car Wash
800 East Innes Street & 1022 West Innes Street, Salisbury
www.samscarwashkl.com
Runner Up: Jimmy Clean
2nd Runner Up: Auto Works
Oil Change/Auto Repair
Auto Works
429 S Main St, Salisbury
(704) 310-5718
Runner Up: Sam’s Express Care
2nd Runner Up: Grease Monkey
New Car Dealer
Gerry Wood
Jake Alexander Blvd. S., Salisbury
www.gerrywoodauto.com
Runner Up: Team Chevrolet
2nd Runner Up: Cloninger
Pre-Owned Car Dealer
Salisbury Motor Company
700 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-1341
www.salisburymotorcompany.com
Runner Up: Gerry Wood
2nd Runner Up: Ben Mynatt
Tire Center
Discount Tire
505 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 633-6363 www.discounttire.com
Runner Up: Auto Works
2nd Runner Up: Cardinal Tire
ATV/Recreational Dealer
Mott’s Motorsports
1325 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-9900
www.mottspowersports.com
Financial Institution
F&M Bank
www.fmbnc.com
Runner Up: State Employees Credit Union
2nd Runner Up: Wells Fargo
Law Firm
Nance & Overbey
214 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 637-5590
www.nolawfirm.com
Runner Up: Shelby Pethel and Hudson
2nd Runner Up: Davis & Davis
Local Non-Profit
Meals On Wheels
1307 S Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 633-0352 www.mowrowan.org
Runner Up: Rowan Helping Ministries
2nd Runner Up: Community Care Clinic
Best Realtor
Jayne Helms
354 George W Liles Pkwy #40, Concord
(704) 798-5726 jaynehelms.engagereagent.com
Runner Up: Cathy Griffin
2nd Runner Up: Keith Knight
Best School
Southeast Middle School
1570 Peeler Rd, Salisbury
www.rssed.org/sems
Runner Up: Salisbury Academy; Salisbury High School (tie)
2nd Runner Up: Carson High School
Best College
Catawba
2300 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 637-4111
catawba.edu
Runner Up: RCCC
2nd Runner Up: Pfeiffer
Insurance Company
Farm Bureau
304 Birdie Dr, Salisbury (704) 633-4801
www.ncfbins.com/rowan-byrd
Runner Up: Central Carolina Insurance
2nd Runner Up: Fisher Greene Insurance
Funeral Service Provider
Powles Staton Funeral Home
913 W Main St, Rockwell (704) 279-7241
www.powlesfuneralhome.com
Runner Up: Summersett
2nd Runner Up: Lyerly
Best Customer Service – Retail/Service
Don Fortner, DDS
1834 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 636-1848 www.fortnerdentalgroup.com
Runner Up: Vogue Cleaners
2nd Runner Up: Powles Funeral